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Peterson Health

Perioperative Assistants | Full Time

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What they do

A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.

$46,062 / year median in Texas

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Perioperative Assistants | Full Time Technicians / Patient Care Support Surgery
DESCRIPTION
Who we are: Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association. Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Shift Information:
The position is full time What we offer: Health Insurance 401(k) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid time off Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated Employee Education Scholarships Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility What you will do: Responsible for ancillary support to multiple procedural suites, room turnover team member to promote OR efficiency and throughput, floating between Pre-op, Post-op, and intra-procedural units depending on the needs of the day, working under the supervision of a licensed RN can work as a 2nd circulator when necessary. Perioperative assistants assist nurses and physicians in providing quality patient care by ensuring cleanliness and equipment availability for surgical procedures. Interact with patients during transport and demonstrate commitment to excellent patient experiences at Peterson Health.
Preferred Education:
High School Diploma or GED Required Skills:
Ability to read, write and follow instructions; strong organizational skills
Preferred Skills:
Meditech, faxing, scanning.
Required Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Basic Life Support Preferred Experience:
One or more years' experience in a hospital Operating Room